Nicholas J. "Nick" Monaghan
About Nicholas J. Monaghan
Nicholas J. Monaghan is a lawyer based in San Antonio, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2023. Nicholas J. Monaghan is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Antonio, Texas
- Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- Corporate Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Current Firm: Dykema Gossett PLLC
Education: University of Notre Dame, J.D., graduated 2009
Location: San Antonio, TX
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